Croatia's islands host many events and festivals all year round, ranging from classical music events, traditional folk performances, art exhibitions, sports games, pop concerts, educational workshops and events promoting the natural beauty of these islands, there's bound to be something happening during your visit.

Some of these events can be quite small and locally organised, so it's usually best to check with the tourist office in town or resort you're staying in for a full list. Below also are links to listings of events for 2010 on some of the Croatian islands.

The Osor Music Evenings in Osor on Cres in July are a series of classical concerts performed by Croatian and international artists, and are held in the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.

Events on Losinj include the Day of Dolphins cultural festival on the 1st August.

Events on Korcula including a celebration of the times of Marco Polo (who was born on Korcula) at the end of May, when the streets of Korcula Town are decorated to look like a 13th century town

Mljet holds a klapa concert during May, with various klapa groups from around Dalmatia. (Klapa is a traditional Dalmatian form of group acapella singing.)